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The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers positions available for trained orthopaedic surgeons interested in gaining further subspeciality experience.
The various services/ divisions include Adult Reconstruction, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Musculoskeletal Trauma Surgery, Musculoskeletal Oncology Surgery, Spine Surgery and Sports Surgery.
For interested applicants, please send a copy of your CV and the interested fellowship program to Ms Kelly Boo.
The Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service provides diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for individuals with degenerative and inflammatory bone disease, bone injuries or deformities.
Specializing in joint replacements of the hip & knee, our service utilizes a broad range of technology, including navigation and robotic-assisted surgery. Our treatment is based on ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) principles and perform a large proportion of joint replacements as day surgery cases.
Our orthopaedic surgeons are highly trained, experienced, and specialised in joint replacement surgeries. They are knowledgeable in the latest research, surgical techniques and implant technology. In addition to performing routine hip and total knee and partial knee replacement surgery, more complex joint surgeries that our service provides include:
Further to patient care, we also have a strong research and educational emphasis to be at the forefront of medical techniques available to our patients.
This Fellowship at Tan Tock Seng Hospital is a comprehensive 6-month training program designed to provide advanced surgical training in all aspects of foot and ankle surgery. Fellows will have significant exposure to the following:
6 Months
1. Surgical Techniques and Principles:
2. Clinical Assessment and Knowledge:
3. Research Exposure:
Overall Structure: The fellowship will consist of a mix of clinical and operative training, with a focus on hands-on experience and on-the-job learning. Below is a typical week’s schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | OT | Clinic | Clinic/OT | Research | OT |
| PM | OT | Clinic | Clinic/OT | Clinic/OT | OT |
Key Learning Components:
The Foot and Ankle Fellowship at Tan Tock Seng Hospital is designed for surgeons committed to enhancing their expertise in advanced foot and ankle surgeries. Upon completion of the fellowship, it is expected that fellows will be well equipped with the necessary expertise to manage the range of foot and ankle conditions including diabetic foot pathology, trauma (including sports trauma) and elective foot and ankle surgery in adults in a consultant practice.
For further details and application procedures, please contact the fellowship coordinator in Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
The Spine Fellowship Program at Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) offers an immersive and comprehensive training experience covering the full spectrum of spinal disorders. Our program provides exposure to complex spinal pathology, including deformity, degenerative conditions, trauma, osteoporosis, infection, tumors, and both cervical and lumbar spine diseases.
At TTSH, our dedicated team of five orthopaedic spine surgeons collaborates closely with our neurosurgical colleagues, ensuring a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. Fellows will be actively involved in clinical decision-making, surgical planning, and execution, gaining expertise in both traditional and cutting-edge spine surgery techniques.
We provide hands-on training in:
Fellows will:
The Sports Surgery team at Tan Tock Seng Hospital prides itself on its collaborative nature and tightly knit unit. A fellowship program with us offers unparalleled exposure to all facets of orthopaedic sports surgery and arthroscopic surgery. Under the mentorship of four fully board-certified surgeons, fellows gain experience in the field of joint preservation and reconstructive surgery:
The primary focus of our sub-specialty care include:
In general, the weekly structure will include 3 OT sessions with 2 clinics per week, with protected time for clinical scholarly and academic research activities. The fellows will assist with ward duties but will not be required to perform on-call duties.
Fellows who are interested in the sports surgery fellowship should ideally have completed one prior year of arthroscopic surgery experience to fully maximize the learning opportunity. It is expected that the fellows will take on an active and engaged role in periodic teaching, sub-specialty rounds and journal clubs. The fellows are also required to contribute to the research output of the unit. The fellowship experience will also provide opportunities for access to regional and local conferences and courses.
Interested applicants are strongly recommended to join the Sports Surgery team as a fellow for a duration of 6 months, with shorter durations being possible on a case-to-case basis. Funding for fellowship positions are available but not guaranteed. Fellows are also encouraged to apply 1 year in advance prior to the commencement of the intended fellowship duration, with successful applicants being notified at least 6 to 12 months prior to starting the fellowship program.
The Trauma fellowship program at Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) offers a robust, immersive training experience in complex trauma.
The orthopaedic trauma unit functions as an integrated team with 3 dedicated trauma consultants. Fellows will be exposed to a wide range of trauma cases with substantial hands-on experience with both conventional and cutting-edge technology and techniques.
Located centrally in Singapore, TTSH is a Level 1 Trauma Center with the highest trauma caseload in the country. As Singapore's second-largest hospital, with a 1,200-bed capacity, TTSH offers comprehensive trauma care supported by a multidisciplinary team comprising Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Vascular Surgery, and Hand & Reconstructive Surgery.
The hospital has a strong emphasis on orthogeriatric care, featuring specialized programs for geriatric fracture management. TTSH is also at the forefront of medical innovation, incorporating navigational technology and 3D printing to enhance patient care.
The TTSH Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship provides specialized training in managing complex trauma, with a focus on:
